Transportation

Changed the requirement for increasing perception-reaction time for steady yellow signals to apply to both the Department of Transportation and any impacted local government.

Added authorization for private entities to install automated license plate recognition systems on certain property for specified purposes.

Added provisions prohibiting private school bus contractors from charging specific fees and allowing review of school bus infraction detection data.

Added a new definition for the term 'local hearing officer' and revised the definition of 'micromobility device'.

Expanded the bill's summary to include numerous new amendments related to school zone speed limits, flashing beacons, and disabled parking permits.

Multiple unrelated legislative provisions were deleted, including requirements for traffic signal modernization grants, subcontractor payment rules, and amendments to various Florida Statutes.

The bill title was updated from 'CS/HB 543' to 'CS/CS/HB 543', indicating a second committee review stage.

Page numbering was adjusted from 'Page 1 of 28' to 'Page 1 of 24' to reflect the removal of content.

Provisions authorizing a Next-generation Traffic Signal Modernization Grant Program and related funding arrangements were removed.

Added requirements for seaports to report on and protect infrastructure supporting the commercial space launch industry.

Created a new Next-generation Traffic Signal Modernization Grant Program with specific funding and competitive procurement requirements.

Changed the focus from increasing yellow light timing to setting lower speed limits in specific conditions and clarifying parking rules for disabled vehicles.

Removed detailed provisions regarding fuel tax decals, motor carrier licensing, and yellow signal perception-reaction time adjustments.

Added definitions for 'cargo purposes' and 'commercial space launch industry' to clarify regulatory boundaries.